Lesson Plan

Interview Role-Play Script

Students will practice conducting a clinical intake interview by applying active listening, structured questioning, and accurate data collection in a simulated one-on-one session.

Developing intake interview skills helps students build empathy, communication, and data-gathering strategies vital for counseling and real-world conversations.

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Setup & Review Materials

5 minutes

Step 1

Introduction

5 minutes

Step 2

Modeled Role-Play

5 minutes

Step 3

Paired Role-Play

15 minutes

Step 4

Debrief & Reflection

5 minutes

Slide Deck

Key Intake Question Categories

Introduce the categories and explain how to use these questions during interviews. Emphasize open-ended style and active listening.

Presenting Problem

Use these to understand the client’s current concern. Encourage elaboration with follow-ups like “Can you tell me more about that?”

History of the Problem

Dig into past experiences. Listen for coping strategies and patterns.

Family & School Context

Contextualize the issue by exploring support systems, relationships, and environmental stressors.

Strengths & Goals

Identify strengths and set collaborative goals. Reinforce the client’s own resources.

Lesson Plan

Interview Role-Play Script

Audience

Time

Approach

Materials

Prep

Setup & Review Materials

Step 1

Introduction

Step 2

Modeled Role-Play

Step 3

Paired Role-Play

Step 4

Debrief & Reflection

Slide Deck

Key Intake Question Categories

Presenting Problem

History of the Problem

Family & School Context

Strengths & Goals

Activity

Intake Interview

Mehak Gill

Lenny Learning

CASEL

Health & Wellness

Behavioral Supports

Counseling & Therapy

Family Engagement

School Climate

Special Education

Academic Integration

Seasonal

Career & Life Skills

Arts & Creativity

My Lessons

Video Library

Support